Welcome to Piazza Palermo

Real Estate Rules:

REALTOR RULES

• Homeowners must notify Management that the residence has been listed for sale.

• Lock boxes must be labeled with contact information for the listing agent or Owner if there is no listing agent.

• Lock boxes can only be placed in the Front Street stairwell exit corridor. If lockboxes are found placed in or on any other location within Piazza Palermo, the lock box will be removed without notification.

• Open houses are prohibited. No flags, banners, balloons, etc., may be displayed on the common area or any other unit owned by another without their consent. For sale signs (no larger than 4’ by 4’) are allowed to be placed in the individual Owner’s window. No flyers may be distributed to individual residents’ doors or placed on vehicle windshields.

RENTAL OF RESIDENTIAL UNIT

• An Owner shall be entitled to rent the Condominium subject to the restrictions contained in the Declaration. Owners are required to notify the Association each time the unit is rented to a new tenant. Any rental or lease agreement shall be in writing, shall provide that the lease is subject to the Governing Documents and shall provide that any failure to comply with any provisions of the Governing Documents shall be a default under the terms of the rental or lease agreement. A copy of the rental or lease agreement shall, upon request, be provided to the Association.

RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY

Residences shall be used for residential purposes only: provided, however, that any Residence may be used incidentally for the purpose of operating a home based small business if, and only if, the business is operated solely within the Residence,

• the business is limited to arts and crafts, the rendition of professional services, or other similar activities.
• the business is operated by the Owner of the Residence whose principal residence is the Residence, by a tenant whose principal residence is the Residence or by a member of such Owner’s or tenant’s family whose principal residence is the Residence.
• the operation of the business is permitted by, and is at all times in compliance with, all applicable laws, and
• the operation of the business does not result in (i) the violation of any of the other provisions of the Declaration, (ii) any unreasonable increase in the flow of traffic within the Project, (iii) any odor, noise, or vibration outside of the Residence, or (iv) parking problems within the Project.
• No other use shall be allowed except as specifically permitted by local ordinance; provided, however. Declarant may use any of the Residences owned by Declarant as model homes, sales offices, construction offices or storage for the Project during that period of time commencing when the Residences are first sold or offered for sale to the public and ending when (x) all the Residences in the Project are sold and conveyed by Declarant to separate Owners thereof, or (y) seven (7) years after the first close of escrow of a Residence in the Project whichever shall first occur.

TIME SHARING

• A Condominium may not be divided or conveyed on a time increment basis (commonly referred to as “time sharing”) of measurable chronological periods. The term “time sharing” as used herein shall be defined to include, but shall not be limited to, any agreement, plan, program or arrangement under which the right to use occupy or possess the Condominium, Condominiums, or any portion thereof in the Project rotates among various persons, either corporate partnership, individual or otherwise, on a periodically recurring basis for value exchanged, whether monetary or like-kind use privileges, according to a fixed or floating interval or period of time sixty (60) consecutive calendar days or less.

Vendor & Contractor Policy Requirements

Owners are required to provide a copy of the Vendor Policy to their contractor prior to job commencement. It is the Owner’s responsibility to monitor the contractor working in the Residential Unit to ensure compliance.

Insurance and Contractor’s License:

Each Owner shall ensure that all contractors, subcontractors, or any other person or entity who/which performs work on Association Property or a Residential Unit shall provide proof of insurance, proof of valid worker’s compensation insurance, and an active California State Contractors License to Management for the work that they are contracted to do. Insurance policies shall be endorsed naming Piazza Palermo Owners Association as additional insured for the period of time the work is in progress. Policies shall contain a waiver of subrogation in favor of Piazza Palermo Owners Association. Owners must ensure that contractors do not have exclusions in their insurance policies to do the work they are contracted to do in condominiums.

Registration of Work:

All contractors, subcontractors, or any other persons who perform work on or within Association Property or a Residential Unit shall provide notice to Management of the scheduled service at least 24 hours prior. Management has the right to accompany the person or persons performing the work and take photographs of the conditions of the Common Areas and Association Property on the commencement of work and after completion.

Damage:

Any damage caused by contractors or sub-contractors to any Common Area, Association Property or Residential Units is the Owner’s responsibility. Damage must be reported immediately to Management. The Owner will be held liable for the actions of his/her contractors, subcontractors, and/or workers, and the Owner will be responsible for all costs incurred by the Association due to the damage caused.

Protecting Floor Areas, Common Areas, Hallways, and Elevators:

Elevator #4 must be protected with padding during any work by an Owner, which requires transport of materials to and from the Residential Unit. Owners must notify Management at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled work.

Trash and Debris:

All trash and debris must be carried off-site on a daily basis. Debris found in common areas from work done by an Owner’s contractor must be removed by the contractor/Owner.

Plumbing:

All plumbers servicing clogged drains must possess an auger or roto-rooter that is at least 75 feet long to clear the stoppage out to the horizontal main line.

Water Shutdowns:

Every Residential Unit has a water shutdown for the cold and hot water supply to the Residential Unit. Shut-downs are generally located in the ceiling of the linen closet in some Residential Units or above the kitchen cabinets in others. Common Area shut-downs required to repair plumbing in the Residential Unit must be coordinated with Management during business hours. Owners are responsible for costs related to services provided by Association staff.

Working Hours:

Working hours are limited to Monday through Friday, between 8:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. No work is allowed on weekends or on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. Workers may access the building 30 minutes before “working hours,” but may not make any disruptive noise outside of “working hours.” Work that is not disruptive to others by noise, vibrations, or odors (e.g., painting) is not subject to the limitations set forth under “working hours” but requires prior approval by Management. Emergency work is not subject to the limitations set forth under “working hours” but will require prior approval by Management.

Conduct by Workers:

Workers shall exhibit proper behavior and shall show respect towards other residents of the Community. Workers are prohibited from creating nuisance noise unrelated to the construction work. Workers are also prohibited from eating meals or taking breaks in the Common Areas or Association Property. Workers must perform work such as carpet cutting and tile cutting in the unit or off-site.

Stopping Work:

The Association has the right to stop work that is in violation of these regulations, creates a fire or safety hazard, or interferes with activities within the Community.

Fire Safety Devices:

No one shall remove any permanent smoke detectors, sprinklers, security speakers or fire safety devices anywhere in or about a Residential Unit, Common Area, or Association Property. If spray paint, sanding, or any other work that could potentially set off the smoke detectors or fire sprinklers will be performed, it is permissible to cover the smoke detectors and/or fire sprinklers with plastic (and no other material), but the plastic must be removed at the end of each day. Fire exits may not be blocked at any time.

Equipment:

Contractors must use their own equipment. The use of Common Area utilities, Association tools, and equipment is prohibited. Workers are also prohibited from using their equipment in the parking areas, garage, or other Common Area. The Association is not responsible for the disappearance of any tools, equipment, or materials left in the Common Area or Association Property.

Minimizing Dirt, Etc.:

The front door of each Residential Unit must be kept closed during construction in order to contain dust, dirt, noise, paint fumes, etc.

Owner Responsibility:

Each Owner is responsible for any violations by such Owner’s contractor or subcontractors of the Architectural Guidelines, the Rules and Regulations, and the Governing Documents.

Contractors and Subcontractors Information:

Names, addresses, and phone numbers of all contractors and subcontractors who will work on the property must be registered and provided before job commencement.

Furniture Deliveries/Disposals/Donations

1. Management must be notified at least one business day prior to the preferred delivery date if up to two pieces of furniture (no matter the size) are being moved to/from the unit through common areas so that it can coordinate padding and protection of the elevators. Schedule the padded elevator by emailing @Manager Assistant Help
2. Moving more than two pieces of furniture to/from the unit through common areas will constitute a move. LINK MOVE POLICY WEBPAGE. A move fee, deposit, and move policy and procedures will be applicable.
3. Furniture movement can only be scheduled Monday-Saturday, 8 am to 4 pm.
4. Furniture movement must be conducted in elevator #4 on First Avenue if the item(s) are 7 feet tall or taller.
5. Elevator #2 on Front Street may be reserved for furniture movement only by request, as long as there are no items taller than 7 feet.

PIAZZA PALERMO ARCHITECTURAL GUIDELINES

1. Submittal of Application

Before starting any improvement, addition, alteration, or construction in a Condominium, Owners must submit a complete Architectural Submittal Package to the Board of Directors for approval. This applies unless an improvement is specifically exempt under the Declaration or these Guidelines. Approval is required even if the improvement is not explicitly listed.

2. Improvements Requiring Approval

Approval is required for interior changes, including flooring, moving non-bearing walls, plumbing modifications, permanent fixtures, ceilings, columns, and any change affecting structural integrity. Electrical, HVAC, and plumbing changes, exterior additions or alterations, patios, balconies, roof areas, window coverings, and entry door hardware all require Board approval. Outdoor furnishings and potted plants must follow specific protection and placement rules.

3. Failure to Obtain Approval

Unauthorized improvements or failure to follow approved plans constitutes a violation and may result in removal, fines, or reimbursement to the Association. Building permits may also be required, and Board approval does not replace governmental permit requirements.

4. Architectural Submittal Package

A complete package must be submitted to:

Piazza Palermo Owners Association
c/o Action Property Management, Inc.
1501 Front Street, San Diego, CA 92101

All required forms, drawings, specifications, contractor documentation, and insurance certificates must be included. Incomplete packages will be returned and will not be reviewed.

For patio furnishings or window coverings, one copy of drawings showing design, materials, and color is sufficient.

5. Review Process

Management reviews packages for completeness and forwards complete packages to the Board. The Board provides written approval, approval with conditions, or disapproval within 45 days. If no response is received, Owners may submit a reminder; if still no response within 15 days, the package is deemed approved, provided it meets all rules.

Owners may be responsible for consultant fees if the Board requires expert review.

6. General Conditions

Board approval does not waive compliance with building codes or governmental regulations. Owners are responsible for technical specifications, structural integrity, and damage to Common Areas or Association property. Approval authorizes work only within the Owner’s Condominium.

7. Contractor Requirements

Contractors must be licensed, insured, and registered with Management. They must follow designated routes, wear identification, and comply with Association rules. The Owner is responsible for all contractor actions and for repair costs for any damage caused.

8. Work Rules

Work hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; no work on weekends or holidays. Flooring and elevators must be protected daily, and all debris must be removed off-site. Workers may not use Common Area power, leave trash, eat, or bring pets into the Project.

The Association may stop work for violations, hazards, or interference with Common Areas.

9. Completion and Inspection

Upon completion, Owners must submit a written Notice of Completion. For hard surface flooring, receipts must be provided. The Board or its representative may inspect work. Non-compliance must be corrected within specified deadlines, or the Association may take corrective action at the Owner’s expense.

If the Board does not notify the Owner of any issues within 60 days of Notice of Completion, the improvement is deemed compliant.

10. Appeals and Enforcement

Disapproved applications may be appealed in writing within 30 days. The Board’s final written decision is binding. Violations may result in fines, required corrections, or removal of improvements.